In a commanding performance, the Boston Celtics secured their fifth consecutive victory by defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 129-116 in a game highlighted by Jayson Tatum’s exceptional performance. Tatum led the Celtics with 30 points, nine assists, and nine rebounds, while Sam Hauser and Derrick White also made significant contributions with 24 and 17 points respectively.
Despite missing key players like Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzingis, the Celtics showcased their depth and resilience. The victory puts the Celtics at 52-19 for the season, positioning them five games behind the Cleveland Cavaliers in the race for the top seed in the Eastern Conference.
On the other side, Shaedon Sharpe led the Trail Blazers with 23 points as they fought to stay competitive throughout the game. However, the Celtics’ strong performance, highlighted by an impressive four-point play by Tatum, proved too much for Portland to overcome.
Looking ahead, the Celtics will face the Sacramento Kings on Monday, while the Trail Blazers are set to host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday.
